Contemporary South East Asian Flavours at Majapahit in Mont Kiara, Kuala Lumpur

[Special Restaurant in Collaboration with Majapahit]    We recently headed over to The Majapahit in Mont Kiara, Kuala Lumpur to try out their menu which serves distinct cuisines of Southeast Asia, with an emphasis on Thai and Indonesian dishes. Located in Arcoris Mont Kiara – the latest high-end mixed development in upscale Mont Kiara, the Majapahit features dining areas on 2 floors, complemented by a full bar which serves signature cocktails, wines, spirits and beers. The interior of the establishment features a tropical-themed setting, with a unique and classy design, where rattan chairs and greenery add to the modern vibe … Continue reading Contemporary South East Asian Flavours at Majapahit in Mont Kiara, Kuala Lumpur

ASUS Launches the All-New ZenFone 5 and ZenFone Max Pro (M1) in Malaysia

[Tech & Gadgets]   Headed over to the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre on 31 May for ASUS Malaysia’s official launch of the all-new ZenFone 5, and the ZenFone Max Pro (M1). The new ZenFone 5 was designed to be a next-generation 6.2-inch dual-camera smartphone that’s the first ever ZenFone to harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI), while the ZenFone Max Pro (M1) is targeted at gamers with its powerful processor and high-capacity battery. The ZenFone 5 is powered by the latest Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 636 Mobile Platform that provides smooth, responsive, power-efficient performance and AI capabilities. ZenFone 5 has an intelligent dual-camera … Continue reading ASUS Launches the All-New ZenFone 5 and ZenFone Max Pro (M1) in Malaysia

Raventós Wine Pairing Dinner at BABE – Japas Fun Dining

[Luxury Dining]   Joanne and I recently attended the RAVENTOS i BLANC wine pairing dinner on 23 May 2018 at BABE – Japas Fun Dining in Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur. The Raventós family has lived on their estate in Barcelona, Spain since 1497. Over the years, twenty-one generations have worked this land, which comprises 90 hectares of vines, forest and lake, with a specific microclimate influenced by the river, a lake, two streams and a hill known as the Turó del Serral. The terroir (soils) are calcareous with marine fossils, and this provides the ideal conditions for producing wines with … Continue reading Raventós Wine Pairing Dinner at BABE – Japas Fun Dining

Father’s Day Celebration at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

[Travel]    This Father’s Day, Marina Bay Sands in Singapore has an array of dining and beverage specials at their signature restaurants – from lavish buffets to brunch and free flow beers, to treat the man of the house with a well-deserved treat.    Adrift by David Myers    On 16 and 17 June, celebrate Father’s Day over brunch at celebrity chef restaurant Adrift by David Myers. Indulge in a medley of Adrift’s well-loved brunch classics, such as the Adrift Eggs Benedict (S$22++) and juicy Adrift Wagyu Cheeseburger (S$28++). Double the merry-making with glasses of cold amber beers as the restaurant … Continue reading Father’s Day Celebration at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

Editor’s Note – June 2018

[Editor’s Note] #KITASUDAHMENANG   We did it Malaysia! We managed to change the government peacefully! The onus now is on all of us to help our country progress away from the clutches of corruption and abuse of power. My nine (9) year mission to see the corrupt BN government voted out of office has come to a close. Now that rule of law has returned to Malaysia, things are going to get quite interesting for those who have stolen the rakyat’s money over the past few years. However, a new danger looms in the form of “religious” extremism as 1 … Continue reading Editor’s Note – June 2018

Oppo R15 Launched in Malaysia

[Tech & Gadgets]   OPPO launched their new OPPO R15 Pro on 24 May 2018 at Ruyi & Lyn in Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur, adding a new offering to their O-fans Malaysia. Being an Oppo user myself for a brief period of time, I was quite excited to see the latest innovations that Oppo would undoubtedly add to this latest intelligent (and no its no more smartphone, the latest like of phones from most of the manufacturers are now “intelligent” phones) phone.      At the price of RM2,399, OPPO R15 Pro is available to pre-order from 25th May 2018 till … Continue reading Oppo R15 Launched in Malaysia

Edaran Tan Chong Motor Sdn Bhd (ETCM) Launches the New Nissan Serena 2.0L S-Hybrid (2018) in Malaysia

[Automotive News]   Edaran Tan Chong Motor Sdn Bhd (ETCM), the sole distributor and assembler of Nissan vehicles in Malaysia, launched the All-New Nissan Serena 2.0L S-Hybrid on 14 May 2018 at 1 Utama Shopping Centre in Petaling Jaya, Selangor. The All-New Nissan Serena S-Hybrid comes with a completely new design and sporty appearance, and is designed for greater comfort and space flexibility, while equipped with advanced safety features, and class-leading fuel economy. Two grades of the new Serena are available; the Premium Highway Star and Highway Star. Sales and Marketing Director of ETCM, Mr. Christopher Tan said: “In 2013, ETCM … Continue reading Edaran Tan Chong Motor Sdn Bhd (ETCM) Launches the New Nissan Serena 2.0L S-Hybrid (2018) in Malaysia

Honor 10 Launched in Malaysia

[Tech & Gadgets]    If you asked me some years back if I’d ever use a China brand phone, my answer would have probably been a “no”. However after I got my hands on a Huawei P7 and later the Honor 7 (Honor is the sub brand of Huawei in case you didn’t know) some years back (which you can read here –https://timchew.net/2016/01/06/honor-7-smartphone-latest-flagship-by-honor/ and here – https://timchew.net/2016/01/22/honor-7-photoshoot-with-choo-mei-sze/) I must say that my impression of both brands have changed tremendously! As such, I was pretty stoked to attend the honor 10 launch in Malaysia on 22 May 2018 at the Sheraton Petaling … Continue reading Honor 10 Launched in Malaysia

Launch of 443 Bar Lounge at The Westin Kuala Lumpur

[Food & Beverage]   Kassey and I recently attended the preview of the new 443 Bar Lounge which has taken over the once prominent Qba Bar & Grill at The Westin Kuala Lumpur. The new bar preserved the old unique architecture and interior, but now represents a classical and nostalgic hermitage, bringing guests away from the hustle and bustle of the city into the comfy lounge at The Westin Kuala Lumpur. 443 signifies the number of rooms at The Westin Kuala Lumpur, denoting the attention given to each individual guest. The bar lounge presents a hide-away sanctuary where guests can unwind with … Continue reading Launch of 443 Bar Lounge at The Westin Kuala Lumpur